Production Associate – Assembly Technician
Cummins · Commerce City, CO
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Production
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level production role at Cummins (industrial) in Commerce City, CO. Maintain a clean and organized work area and assist in identifying equipment requiring repair.
- Tools it names
- Tooling
- Openings
- 2 with this title at this site
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in Colorado: typical posted base $60k–$90k.
Median of the low and high ends of 5 live postings that list pay, out of 15 manufacturing technician openings in Colorado, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 19 other live production postings in Colorado.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $78k–$114k, from 6 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 80%
- Lean 25%
- SAP 20%
- EHS / safety 20%
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Stands out: this posting asks for Tooling, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Cummins in Commerce City
1 other open role at this site.
- Production Associate - Sub Assembly Technician · Production · Technician
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Job Summary
Operates machines and production equipment independently in accordance with quality and productivity
requirements
safely in a manufacturing environment and may instruct or coach others.
We are looking for a talented Production Associate - Assembly Technician to join our manufacturing team in (Commerce City, CO (Henderson)).
In order to be successful in this role you will need the following
- ◆Significant manufacturing, assembly, mechanical, or engine-building experience
- ◆Advanced knowledge of engine products; High Horsepower engine experience is a plus
- ◆Ability to use hand tools, precision measuring instruments, torque tools, and overhead cranes
- ◆Experience reading and following work instructions, build documentation, and engineering standards
- ◆Ability to accurately document work and maintain production records
- ◆Working knowledge of computer systems including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and other manufacturing-related software
- ◆Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, handle large components, and stand for extended periods
- ◆High school diploma or equivalent required
Assembly - production associate level III - In this role you will work with a team to build HHP engines from the long block status to complete running engine. You will use a multitude of handheld tools, precision measuring tools, torque tools, cranes, and engine specific tooling to build these engines.
Ideal candidate will have advanced level knowledge of and/or experience with engine product(s) the ability or skills to build engines and experience with High Horsepower Engines would be a plus.
Must have the ability to lift 35lbs, stand for long periods of time, lift and manipulate large, encumbered parts, read and follow directions, and accurately document the build process through specific build paperwork.
Must also possess knowledge to operate some computer systems, Excell, PowerPoint, outlook, teams, and some Cummins specific programming.
Education, Licenses, Certifications
High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.
This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
Experience
Requires significant relevant work experience or specialized skills obtained through education, training or on-the-job experience.
Base salary rate commensurate with experience. Additional benefits vary between locations and include options such as our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Cash Balance Pension Plan, Medical/Dental/Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Domestic Partners Coverage and a full complement of personal and professional ben
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Will make an impact in the following ways
- •Assemble High Horsepower (HHP) engines from long block status to complete running engines
- •Utilize hand tools, precision measuring devices, torque tools, cranes, and engine-specific tooling throughout the build process
- •Operate manufacturing equipment and meet production, quality, and safety standards
- •Perform quality inspections and accurately document the build process using required paperwork
- •Support continuous improvement efforts related to safety, quality, and manufacturing processes
- •Maintain a clean and organized work area and assist in identifying equipment requiring repair
- •Adhere to Cummins Health, Safety & Environmental policies and procedures